Comparison

CompassTip vs Pretty Compass

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β€” with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
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CompassTip

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CompassTip app features an augmented reality virtual 3D compass presented on the live camera feed of your device. Easily find your point of interest via your camera and also through the focus eyelet in the middle of the compass. From there, you can read the compass directions without having to lift your head or shift your eyes to away from your point of interest. The compass also features a map that automatically updates as you move your device. The app features a unique responsive compass where the indicators tilt and move according to the tilt of your device. The indicators are designed to tilt and move in a way that display intuitive directions in 3D space. For example, normal standard compasses and standard indicators of direction have a fixed arrow that points downwards when you have your device held vertically in front of you even if that direction is directly behind you. Arrows pointing straight up when you are facing straight ahead are more intuitive than arrows that point straight down when it is meant to be pointing behind you. The tilting of the compass also provides intuitive visual feedback on how much you are tilting your device. CompassTip is designed to tilt that arrow so that it points inwards towards the screen to indicate a direction that is behind you, and this happens accurately and smoothly as you move your device around. This is coupled with augmented reality so that you can view what you are pointing at and have a proper indication of directions in relation to your camera. The app also lets you adjust the camera (digital) zoom to aid you in visually finding your point of interest. Key features: β€’ Augmented reality compass with 3D direction needles that also moves according to the tilt of your device; β€’ A map that is synchronized to your current location and heading, which automatically updates as you move your device; β€’ Adjustable map size; β€’ Ability to adjust the camera zoom; β€’ Ability to turn AR on and off; β€’ Ability to share a screenshot of your compass screen; and β€’ Information display that includes current heading, longitude, latitude and elevation. This app uses an in-app credit system called, CompassTip Beans. You earn CompassTip Beans by interacting with advertisements or making consumable in-app purchases that top-up the number of beans. You may then exchange and redeem these beans for other features in the app including activating ad-free periods. The app offers the following consumable items: β€’ Title: Purchase 10000 Beans - Description: Adds 10000 CompassTip Beans to your account - Price: (Please check the app or the App Store for the latest price as it may be subject to change) β€’ Title: Purchase 200 Beans - Description: Adds 200 CompassTip Beans to your account - Price: (Please check the app or the App Store for the latest price as it may be subject to change) For more information, please see our Terms of Use (https://compasstip.com/terms) and Privacy Policy (https://compasstip.com/privacy-policy).

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Pretty Compass

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Pretty Compass turns an everyday tool into a stunning experience. It is a beautifully designed, precise compass built for people who care about how their apps look and feel. Whether you are hiking a trail, finding your way in a new city, exploring the outdoors, or you simply love a gorgeous compass on your screen, Pretty Compass blends accuracy with elegant, modern design. REAL-TIME COMPASS β€’ A smooth, accurate magnetic compass with a refined needle and subtle haptic feedback as you turn. β€’ Your exact heading in degrees, plus the 8-point cardinal direction (N, NE, E, SE, S, SW, W, NW). β€’ Live latitude, longitude and altitude, right on the main screen. STUNNING, CUSTOMIZABLE THEMES β€’ 10 gorgeous compass dials β€” from sleek minimal and frosted glass to glossy metallic and holographic designs. β€’ 10 atmospheric backgrounds β€” misty mountains, aurora skies, oceans, deserts, starry nights and more. β€’ Mix any dial with any background and make the compass truly yours, with a live preview as you choose. INTERACTIVE MAP β€’ Multiple map styles: Standard, Satellite, Dark and Topographic. β€’ Live location with a heading cone β€” a precise marker that shows exactly where you are facing. β€’ Save your places β€” tap the map to drop and name a spot (Home, Work, Camp...) and revisit it anytime from markers or a clean list. β€’ Draggable markers β€” move a saved place by dragging it; it saves automatically. β€’ Draw and measure areas β€” outline any region on the map and instantly see its size in square meters. Name your areas and keep them saved. β€’ Smart controls β€” smooth animated camera, zoom in and out, one-tap reset to north, and instant recenter on your location. DESIGNED TO LOVE β€’ A modern, glassmorphism interface with a clean, premium feel. β€’ Buttery-smooth animations throughout, from the glowing compass ring to the elegant splash screen. β€’ Thoughtful details everywhere, so the app is a pleasure to open every day. PERFECT FOR β€’ Hiking, camping and outdoor adventures. β€’ Travelers and explorers. β€’ Finding directions without clutter or noise. β€’ Anyone who appreciates beautiful, functional design. LANGUAGES β€’ Full English and Turkish support, including localized compass directions. Pretty Compass is free to use. Download it now and never lose your direction β€” in style.

Screenshots

CompassTip4 screens
Pretty Compass4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Pretty Compass at none against CompassTip's 4. Pretty Compass also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.0). CompassTip's advantage is update cadence (every 3 months vs every 65 months). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. CompassTip sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Pretty Compass asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

CompassTip ships an update every 3 months, Pretty Compass every 65 months. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences Β· 3 level
CompassTip versus Pretty Compass: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCompassTipPretty Compass
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 months β€” betterEvery 65 months
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo β€” better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS18.013.0 β€” better
Further details β€” not scored
Size248 MB33 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTanadium Pte. Ltd.Altug Nuri ASLANTAS

In-app purchases

4 purchases

CompassTip

Subscriptions2
  • Ad-Free Monthly Subscription$0.991 Month
  • Ad-Free Annual Subscription$5.991 Year
One-time2
  • Purchase 200 Beans$1.99
  • Purchase 10000 Beans$59.99
None

Pretty Compass

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is CompassTip free?
CompassTip is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Pretty Compass free?
Pretty Compass is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do CompassTip or Pretty Compass have ads?
Both CompassTip and Pretty Compass show ads.
Which is updated more often, CompassTip or Pretty Compass?
CompassTip ships an update every 3 months, and Pretty Compass every 65 months. Most recently, CompassTip was updated on October 9, 2026 and Pretty Compass on October 2, 2026.

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